1970 BMW 2002 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 218 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 84 L |
